Cre8tive Technology & Design honored for contributions to customers and revenue generated to Epicor San Diego, CA – Cre8tive Technology & Design has won Epicor’s 2018 Global Partner of the Year award in the annual Epicor Partner Program Awards. Recipients were selected by Epicor Software Corporation based on contributions to customers, business generated with Epicor as well as other considerations that showcased the partners’ abilities in digitally transforming customers to get fit for growth by leveraging Epicor solutions. “Cre8tive Technology started…

The healthcare industry is completely reliant on the manufacturing of Medical Devices. Being slightly more vulnerable to economic fluctuations, the Medical Device industry is largely protected by revenue unpredictability due to its expensive nature. The Medical Device industry has been in decline since 2013. In the time span of 2013-2018 the industry suffered a -1.3% decline. In despite its downward trend the Medical Device industry is forecasting a +3.0% slope in the upcoming years ranging from 2018-2023. Factors that…

You only need to look at an airplane seat belt buckle for proof that additive manufacturing (AM), or 3D printing, is set to revolutionize the aerospace and defense (A&D) industry. Switching from a conventional buckle to a 3D-printed buckle can cut 55% off the weight, or 160 pounds total, from an Airbus 380. Over the lifetime of the plane, this lighter buckle can save 872,000 gallons of fuel — roughly $2.3 million in costs. Market analysts expect A&D investment in…

Major manufacturers have been enjoying the benefits of ERP for years, but manufacturing shops with smaller budgets have sometimes questioned the value of the investment in ERP. Now, as we enter Industry 4.0, small and midsized manufacturers must adopt ERP systems if they want to stay competitive in the marketplace. Without it, they won’t be able to capitalize on the technological revolution that’s swiftly overtaking the industry. While ERP may seem like the type of technology only “big companies” have…

Cre8tive Technology & Design awarded ITAR Certification San Diego – Cre8tive Technology and Design, announced that it has received International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) certification. The ITAR function allows new and existing customers to access cloud-services for compliance when performing a US defense service or creating a US defense article. Having this compliance piece embedded into Cre8tive's Aerospace and Defense software program allows manufacturers to comply with all aspects of ITAR. To help implement and maintain technology Cre8tive’s software…

Aerospace and Defense (A&D) manufacturers know how crucial it is to keep up with the latest in quality and safety standards; if you don’t stay compliant, you risk losing your standing in the industry. The new ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 Revision D are all about improving the management of risk in A&D corporations by implementing risk-based thinking into manufacturing processes. As part of the new revisions, your manufacturing company must show that you’re using risk-based thinking in your strategies for…

Supply chains for aerospace and defense (A&D) manufacturers have been reshaped by digital transformations. Access to real-time data enables manufacturers to streamline end-to-end planning, warehouse management, and decision making. Predictive analytics allows for better forecasting of demand and supply. Automation tools enable manufacturers and their suppliers to increase efficiency of production and reduce lead times. These benefits can all be realized by digitizing your supply chain with the use of an advanced ERP system. Research from McKinsey suggests that digitizing…

Cloud-based ERP systems are widely recognized as integral components to modern manufacturing facilities, and many manufacturers are making the switch to reap the benefits of the cloud. Moving from an on-premise ERP system to a cloud-based ERP system requires careful planning, as ERP impacts every aspect of your operations. Before you make the transition to cloud-based ERP, be sure you understand the differences between cloud-based software and on-premise software. If you’ve confirmed that cloud-based ERP is the right choice for…